What a dramatic beginning! Let me say as well that cleaning up the yard and the house is a perfect way to spend an autumn weekend, enjoying some of the last perfect weather where all you need is a festive sweater and tall leather boots to stay warm. So cute, so fashionable. So, where’s the pressure washer?

Smarter.com helps you find exactly what you need. Here’s some of the top pressure washers with the greatest savings:

Karcher 1850 PSI (Electric-Cold Water) Pressure Washer w/ Induction Motor: $279.99 (marked down from $350!)

Mi-T-M - JP Series 2700 PSI Cold Water Gasoline Pressure Washer: Free shipping today and over a 50% cut on the price! $1,197.50

Shop for discount pressure washers at Smarter.com.

Top sellers on the market:

Save $75 on the Kenmore Progressive Upright Vacuum with Inteli-Clean System, Slate Blue from Sears.com: $219.99 sale price, this upright vacuum saves your back and breaks up all your dust! With special dust filter and an infrared dirt sensor, you are getting upscale, state-of-the-art quality without breaking the bank.

Through October 31st, use a rebate to cut the price of the Electrolux ErgoRapido 2-in-1 Vacuum at Sears.com down from $109.99 to $89.99. This two-in-one combination stick and vacuum is lightweight to help you reach those tough banisters, windowsills, and tops of door frames without straining your back.

Shop for more deals on vacuum cleaners at Smarter.com.

Check out some of the top picks:

1. Deep-step aluminum ladder: $39.00-$249.00, depending on height desired

2. Step ladder with slip-resistant grip from GlobalIndustrial.com: $241.95

3. Telesteps Extension Ladder from Toolup.com: $209.00

Shop for more ladders at Smarter.com.

Some statistics:  With a normal shower head, you use 2x’s as much water as is necessary for a refreshing, thorough shower.  Every day, three billion gallons of water flow through shower heads in the United States—half of it being unnecessary.  If that does not inspire you, think about it economically:  Every new shower head pays for itself almost 4-fold in it’s first year of use, saving you an average of $50-75 on water bills and $20-50 on energy bills.  Investing in low-flow shower heads is smart, easy, and saves you money fast.

So what does “low-flow” mean?  Low-flow means that the shower head uses approximately 2.5 gallons a minute (or less) of water.  Look for manufacturers that boast “aerating” shower heads (i.e. the shower head mixes air with the water) for a high-pressure boost, so you don’t feel like you’re showering under a trickle, but you’re still saving water.

One thing to watch out for, is that low-flow showers are more easily affected by toilets flushing, washing machines running, dishwashers, etc.  Pressure will drop quickly if someone starts any one of those things while you are in the shower, and may result in scalding water.  There are products and nozzles in the market to prevent against scalding and stabilize low-flow shower heads in those situations.

Top Low-Flow Showerheads on the Market:

Low Flow Shower Head Chrome: 2 for $15.75(green, stylish, and so affordable!)

Massaging Adjustable Low Flow Showerhead: $29.95 (a bit pricier, but certainly worth the shower experience!)

Installing a shower head in relatively simple.  To remove your old shower head, just make sure you have the necessary tools: most importantly, a wrench.  Take a look at these Expert Village videos on how to remove an old shower head and install a new shower head. While you are on Expert Village.com, check out some of the other self-help videos, such as installing a shower bar or even a handheld shower head.

Find at Smarter.com:  Shop for more low flow shower heads.

Foot in the Door Decorative Door Stop: $9.99

This inspired me to look around for some more unique decorative door stops.  Here are some of my faves:

Golfer’s Door Stop: $14.99

For The Wizard of Oz fanatics - Oz Ruby Slippers Door Stop: $24

Let this little guy hold the door open for you.

James the Doorman: $20

Shopping Bag Door Stop: £14.99

Flux Door Stop: $10

Find at Smarter.com:  Shop for more door stops.

The “details” folks can make or break a room. You could go too far and it begins to look costumey or you can mesh the perfect combination of intricate details together and it will instantly upgrade a shabby room or home into something unique and marvelous.

For example updating little fixtures such as doorknobs and cabinet handles may seem like a minute detail but you would be amazed at the difference it could create.

If you wanted to add a little antique French style to your boudoir, check out the stylish Bedford Knob from Signature Hardware. The knob features satin nickel finish , porcelain handles and solid brass rosettes.

Price $61.95

To shop or purchase for the Bedford Knob Antique French door knob, click here.